Kota Kinabalu to Chongqing (BKI–CKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BKI–CKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Chongqing Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,753 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OQ Chongqing Airlines Also: CZ | 3 | 32N | 4h40 | – | – | CZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BKI: +08 · CKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Kota Kinabalu, it's 6:00 PM in Chongqing.
Malaysian passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect in July 2025. The maximum cumulative stay is 90 days within any 180-day period. Covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Work and study still require a separate visa.
Metro Line 10 from the airport to Jiaochangkou (city centre) takes 35–45 minutes (¥6–8) and runs until around 11pm. Transfers to Lines 1, 2, 3, 6 provide extensive city coverage. Airport buses serve major commercial zones (¥20–30). Taxis use a metered system; the Jiefangbei CBD area costs ¥60–90.DiDi ride-hail is the standard option for most travelers and generally cheaper than street taxis. Chongqing's mountainous terrain means surface travel times vary significantly by destination; the elevated metro is more predictable than road travel during peak hours.
Humid subtropical climate. Chongqing is one of China's "Three Furnaces" for summer heat. Summers are hot and humid (30–38°C, June–September) with frequent rainstorms and thunderstorms that cause delays. The city sits at a river confluence and fog is endemic. Winter and early spring mornings often produce dense fog (2–12°C) that delays or diverts departures.
Overcast skies are the norm for most of the year; Chongqing averages among the fewest sunshine days of any major Chinese city. Autumn (October–November) offers the clearest weather. Pollution combined with fog can produce severe visibility reductions in winter. Pack layers for the dramatic temperature drops that occur with elevation changes in the surrounding mountains.
BKI–CKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKI to CKG
Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) are connected by nonstop service from Chongqing Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BKI to CKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKI to CKG is about 4 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,753 miles (2,822 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shenzhen Bao'an, Hong Kong and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.